Connect: Inclusive Halloween Events, Upcoming Workshops and more!

OCTOBER 2023

Ghosts, Goblins and Witches... oh my!

Join Children's Treatment Network (CTN) for an inclusive and accessible Halloween event in your community. Kids, youth and families can try a variety of activities in a sensory-friendly environment, like trick-or-treating, decorating a pumpkin, arts and crafts, gym fun and more! Activities vary by location.

Check out the dates and locations below and register today! You can also download a copy of the flyer to share.

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Dates & Locations

Orillia

Wednesday, Oct. 25

from 5 to 7 p.m.

Orillia Common Roof

196 Front St. South, 3rd floor

Alliston

Thursday, Oct. 26

from 5 to 7 p.m.

South Simcoe One Roof

129 Young St.

Midland

Thursday, Oct. 26

from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

One Roof

230 Aberdeen Blvd.

Richmond Hill

Friday, Oct. 27

from 4 to 7 p.m.

Multi-Service Hub

13175 Yonge St.

Collingwood

Monday, Oct. 30

from 4 to 6 p.m.

YMCA

200 Hume St.

Barrie

Monday, Oct. 30

from 5 to 7 p.m.

Barrie Common Roof

165 Ferris Lane

NEWS & INFORMATION

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month

This month, we will be sharing resources from the Learning Disabilities Association of York Simcoe on our social media channels (@CTNKids). If you want to learn more about their programs, support and information to help your child or youth with a learning disability, visit their website.

Learn more about Learning Disabilities

Mealtime Adventures: Caregiver Strategies to Support Positive Mealtimes

Are you looking for information to support a positive mealtime with your child? Check out our new Mealtime Adventures video created in collaboration with the feeding team at Oak Valley Health (Child Development Programs) and York Region Early Intervention Services!

This video provides you with information about picky eating in kids and shares resources to support positive mealtimes. You will learn tips and strategies to develop positive mealtime routines and expectations, introduce new foods, encourage food exploration, and promote more joyful eating.

Watch the video on YouTube

Tips for a Fun and Safe Halloween!

Click the links below for resources to support your family this Halloween.

Upcoming Events

There are some great events this month for kids, youth and families. Check out the ones below and visit the events calendar on our website for all events!

CTN Caregiver Webinar Wednesdays

Kerry's Place: Siblings Hang

Join CTN's Community and Family Coordinator (CFC) team for a free webinar the first Wednesday of every month! A new topic will be explored each month that relates to the parent and caregiver experience.

Next date: November 1st from 12 to 1 p.m.

Topic: F-Words of Child Development

Learn more and register

Join Kerry’s Place on October 24th from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to hang out virtually with other siblings! This free group uses a variety of hobbies and interests to give kids and youth a common ground to share their experiences and ask questions. Group members will learn more about ways they can support their siblings with autism. This month’s topic will be Halloween!

Learn more and register

Looking for More Events?

Our network calendar features events hosted by CTN, our partner organizations and other local community agencies that may be of interest to your family. New workshops, programs and events are added each week.

Check out all Network Events

RESOURCES

Mental Health Resources

CTN's Equipment Loan Program

Tips for Inclusive Birthday Parties for Kids

CTN supports kids, youth and families by focusing on CanChild's framework of the F-words for Child Development. Every child with varying abilities has the right to have fun, enjoy friends, function as they are, access fitness, plan for their future and join in on family activities.

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